Tour | Santiago City Tour

Excursion - Santiago City Tour

Do not contact us to book this excursion. We are NOT a travel agency or a tour operator, this page is for information purpose only.

Prices (subject to change):
Adult 79 USD / Child 39 USD
(An overnight option is available: Check with local representatives)

Frequency (may vary):
- Low season (May1 to Oct 31): Thursday and Saturday
- High season (Nov 1 to Apr 30): Tuesday and Thursday.

Duration: Activities approx. 7 hours, with transfers approx. 12 hours.

Inclusions:
Pick-up/drop-off at your hotel, tour guide, transportation in air-conditioned bus, sightseeing tour, lunch with 1 drink.

Program: (tour sequence may vary)

Early pick up at your hotel for you bus trip to Santiago de Cuba (~ 180 km).
Sightseeing tour of the city, including: Plaza de la Revolution (home to the giant 16-metre statue of the Cuban hero, Lieutenant General Antonio Maceo Grajales), Cespedes Park with its colonial architecture, Cathedral Square (social centre of the city, home to beautiful churches, museums and historic buildings), Santa Ifigenia Cemetery (the final resting place of former president Fidel Castro and the site of the mausoleum of Jose Marti), Bacardi Residence (family home of Facundo Bacardi, who founded the famous rum brand), Emilio Bacardi Moreau Museum (home to fascinating exhibits, including one that features Peruvian mummies), and the Moncada Fortress to admire views of the bay and El Morro Castle after touring the historic army barracks where the Castro-led Cuban Revolution began in 1953.
Buffet lunch at a local restaurant.
Bus trip back, arrival at your hotel around 6:30 pm.

Suggestions on what to wear and bring:
Comfortable shoes and wear, hat, sunscreen, bottled water, camera (a small fee might be charged if taking cameras inside museums), cash in small denominations for souvenirs, drinks and tips.

Notes:
- It is recommended to not wear flashy jewellery.
- This tour is not available from Playa Covarrubias hotels.